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Northern Explorer Train Journey from Auckland to Wellington

Auckland, New Zealand
5.5 to 10.5 hrs
(175)
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Date
Thursday
May 1, 2025
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Time
7:45 am
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Auckland to Wellington
10.5 hour train journey from Auckland to Wellington
Infant
Ages: 0-1 years old
0
Child
Ages: 2-14 years old
0
Adult
Ages: 15-99 years old
2
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What You Will Do

New Zealand's longest running passenger service, the Northern Explorer is a long distance scenic train service running between Auckland and Wellington. Experience the extremes of New Zealand's scenery, from the fertile farmlands of Waikato to the volcanic peaks of the Central Plateau and the sparkling Kapiti Coast.

What's Included?

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • GPS triggered audio commentary
  • One Way Rail Journey

What's Not Included?

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and Drinks (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Auckland Strand, Parnell, Auckland

1

Northern Explorer Train

5.5 to 10.5 hrs

Travel through rolling green farmland, past quaint country towns and along rocky coasts. The journey through Tongariro National Park, with its three spectacular volcanic mountains- Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu- is a highlight, a place of extremes and surprises, where snow-blanketed fields, ancient lava flows and dense beech forests can be seen side by side. Traverse stunning river gorges and wind through the Raurimu Spiral near National Park, an amazing feat of railway engineering.  While on board enjoy the journey in award winning world class carriages with specially designed seats. Awaken your senses in the open air viewing decks or sit back and enjoy the GPS triggered audio commentary available through headphones at every seat. All trains have a licensed café carriage providing snacks and light meals.


Additional Information

This activity is operated by Great Journeys New Zealand
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if travelling with a wheelchair.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass

Guide Options

  • Audio Guide - zh-TW
  • Audio Guide - Mandarin
  • Audio Guide - English

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